I help organizations design, build, and optimize secure, scalable Microsoft Azure platforms that deliver measurable business results.
For over 20 years, I’ve guided enterprise leaders and product teams through high-stakes cloud adoption, complex migrations, and performance optimization—combining deep technical expertise with a calm, collaborative style that keeps teams focused and projects on track.

My work includes:

- (Enterprise) cloud adoption & migration – ensuring smooth transitions with minimal risk
- Cost optimization & performance tuning – making Azure investments more efficient
- Security & compliance – protecting business-critical systems and data
- Platform engineering & landing zones – building robust foundations for innovation

I’ve been honored with nine consecutive Microsoft MVP awards for my contributions to the global Azure and .NET community. Outside client projects, I speak at international conferences and run workshops that turn complex cloud concepts into actionable insights.
Recent events include VS Live, NDC London, Oslo & Porto; SDD London; Copenhagen Developers Festival; Techorama Netherlands & Belgium; DevSum Sweden, Update Confs, and Developer Week Germany.

Now, as founder of LoekD Consultancy BV, I partner with organizations ready to accelerate their Azure journey—whether that means starting fresh in the cloud or unlocking more value from what you already have, accelerated with the power of AI.

Contact me for full projects, workshops or sparring sessions.

📬 Let’s connect:
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/loekd
- GitHub: github.com/loekd
- BlueSky: bsky.app/profile/loekd.com

I help organizations design, build, and optimize secure, scalable Microsoft Azure platforms that deliver measurable business results. For over 20 years, I’ve guided enterprise leaders and product teams through high-stakes cloud adoption, complex mig... Show more

I am an enthusiastic Power BI user, Speaker, Power BI Super User, co-organizer of the Fabric User Group Switzerland and Microsoft MVP.

I work as Principal Consultant, trainer and mentor in the area of Business Intelligence in Switzerland.
I have been lucky enough to work with Power BI since its release in 2015 and gain experience in many interesting projects since the beginning. In my blog WhatTheFact.bi I write about everything related to Power BI, best practices, share tips and look forward to exchange with you!

I am an enthusiastic Power BI user, Speaker, Power BI Super User, co-organizer of the Fabric User Group Switzerland and Microsoft MVP. I work as Principal Consultant, trainer and mentor in the area of Business Intelligence in Switzerland. I have... Show more

Ivar Grimstad is the Jakarta EE Developer Advocate at Eclipse Foundation. He is a Norwegian Java Champion and JUG Leader based in Sweden.

Besides advocating the Jakarta EE technologies, Ivar is contributing to the Jakarta EE specifications as well as being the PMC Lead for Eclipse Enterprise for Java (EE4J). He is also one of the specification leads for Jakarta MVC and represents Eclipse Foundation on the JCP Executive Committee.

Ivar is also involved in a wide range of other open-source projects and communities. He is a frequent speaker at International developer conferences.

Ivar Grimstad is the Jakarta EE Developer Advocate at Eclipse Foundation. He is a Norwegian Java Champion and JUG Leader based in Sweden. Besides advocating the Jakarta EE technologies, Ivar is contributing to the Jakarta EE specifications as well... Show more

Hi there, I’m Chris!

I'm a seasoned tech leader, keynote speaker, and technology consultant with expertise across the full tech stack, from enterprise architecture and data platforms to advanced AI (including Agentic AI and Responsible AI / Trustworthy AI). I’ve led large-scale, high-value enterprise projects and initiatives across industries (with a strong focus on government), helping organizations harness emerging technology responsibly to solve real-world challenges - I try to remove the fluff and cut to solving the real problem.

My style is bold, straight-talking, and deeply authentic. I'm a natural connector who brings people together to spark collaboration and creativity. A lifelong tinkerer and excessively curious, I thrive on exploring new ideas and building communities around innovation. I encourage teams to think differently, color outside the lines, and always remember to stay human in a tech-driven world.

As an international keynote speaker, I've energized audiences with talks on AI, Ethics in Tech, data strategy, and true concepts around digital transformation, infusing humor and real-talk into every session. Whether I'm advising C-suite leaders on AI strategy or coaching teams on the latest tech, my goal is to inspire innovation, enable people to do awesome things and drive positive change. If you're on the verge of the next big breakthrough and need a dynamic speaker or consultant, let's connect. I'm all about helping to #BuildAwesomeThings and making sure we all #StayExtraHuman along the way.

Hi there, I’m Chris! I'm a seasoned tech leader, keynote speaker, and technology consultant with expertise across the full tech stack, from enterprise architecture and data platforms to advanced AI (including Agentic AI and Responsible AI / Trustw... Show more

I am a software engineer who loves turning creative ideas into apps people actually enjoy using. Over the past ten years, I’ve worked across startups, service companies and product-based teams, and even had a go at entrepreneurship, picking up plenty of lessons along the way about building scalable and maintainable mobile solutions with modern tech.

I’m always curious and learning something new to keep up with the latest trends in mobile development.

I love connecting with other tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs to share ideas or build something awesome together.

I am a software engineer who loves turning creative ideas into apps people actually enjoy using. Over the past ten years, I’ve worked across startups, service companies and product-based teams, and even had a go at entrepreneurship, picking up plenty... Show more

I am Taha Bouhsine, from a small town near Agadir, currently based in San Francisco, USA, trying to decipher the magic of AI and create cheesy-titled papers for the AI research community.

I am an AI/ML Google Developer Expert, I tend to be a generalist having experience working on different types of tasks in software engineering, machine learning engineering, research engineering, and electrical engineering while specializing in Deep Learning with a focus on Multimodality Deep Learning, Representation Learning, and Continual Learning. I published research papers on Machine Learning applied to different fields including aviation safety, civil engineering, security, and remote sensing.

I had the honor of founding a GDSC UIZ in Agadir. Together with my team, we organized over 90 events that reached more than 2,000 people. I am also the founder of MLNomads, a research community dedicated to collaborating on ML research projects on nights and weekends. I am also one of the Organizers of the new GDG Agadir team. I also enjoy the creation of small videos explaining different concepts in Machine Learning.

Apart from my community work, I'm a football enthusiast, just like any other Moroccan. I love watching our national team's matches and also playing football myself. I also enjoy cycling and swimming, and in the past, I used to practice karate, I participated in multiple international competitions. I enjoy writing poetry both in English and Arabic, which I use as a personal journal and self-reflecting way to understand myself and look for ways to improve myself. I also enjoy recording voice-overs of different poetries I like and also those ones I write, as well as recording podcasts that only my friends listen to. Recently, I started challenging myself to learn guitar and to learn how to play gnawa music over the guitar instead of the ganbri.

I am Taha Bouhsine, from a small town near Agadir, currently based in San Francisco, USA, trying to decipher the magic of AI and create cheesy-titled papers for the AI research community. I am an AI/ML Google Developer Expert, I tend to be a gener... Show more

Mohammad-Ali A'râbi is a Senior Backend Engineer at JobRad GmbH, Docker Captain 🐳, and Snyk Ambassador 🛡️ with over 20 years of coding experience and a deep passion for DevSecOps and container security.

He is the author of "Docker and Kubernetes Security", a hands-on guide to securing containerized environments from build to runtime. As a community leader, Mohammad-Ali founded the Docker Meetup in Freiburg (now Cloud Native Freiburg), organizing dozens of events that connect developers across the Black Forest region.

Beyond his book, he shares advanced Git and Docker insights through his Git Weekly newsletter and frequent conference talks. When he's not securing supply chains or hosting meetups, you'll probably find him building side projects, collecting superhero figures, or playing Mortal Kombat. 🎮

Mohammad-Ali A'râbi is a Senior Backend Engineer at JobRad GmbH, Docker Captain 🐳, and Snyk Ambassador 🛡️ with over 20 years of coding experience and a deep passion for DevSecOps and container security. He is the author of "Docker and Kubernetes... Show more

Since 2007, I have been working on Microsoft collaborative solutions and I became passionate about SharePoint, then Teams. I support my clients in the deployment of Microsoft 365, including those who are on Lotus Notes and want to switch to Microsoft.

Since 2007, I have been working on Microsoft collaborative solutions and I became passionate about SharePoint, then Teams. I support my clients in the deployment of Microsoft 365, including those who are on Lotus Notes and want to switch to Microsoft... Show more

As Principal Solutions Architect, leveraging over 16 years of experience, I contributed to driving digital transformation and advancing cloud value management practices within the public sector. Proficient in solution architecture, team leadership, and cloud modernization strategies, collaborated with diverse teams to align technology solutions with organizational goals. Core competencies include hybrid architecture design, cloud-native platform transitions, and embedding FinOps principles to optimize cloud investments.
Actively engaged in the FinOps community as a foundation member, facilitating workshops and sharing knowledge to empower professionals in cloud financial operations. Dedicated to fostering innovation and enabling scalable, efficient solutions for complex enterprise environments. Continuously focused on delivering measurable outcomes, enhancing operational efficiency, and reducing cloud costs through automation and AI-driven strategies.

As Principal Solutions Architect, leveraging over 16 years of experience, I contributed to driving digital transformation and advancing cloud value management practices within the public sector. Proficient in solution architecture, team leadership, a... Show more

Hi there! 👋

I'm Kateryna Hrytsaienko — a Software Engineering Consultant at Valtech, Co-founder and Lead of GDG Kyiv, Women Techmakers Ambassador, and Lector at Kyiv Polytechnic Institute and Kyiv School of Economics. And I'm also quite passionate about Cloud technologies and CI/CD automation :)

I primarily work on E-commerce projects, focusing on developing composable solutions and contributing to reusable libraries used across the company. I share my experience on Medium (https://medium.com/@ekatereanagricaenko) and through articles on the Baeldung platform.

Mentoring and teaching are things I truly enjoy. I'm also a lecturer at Kyiv Polytechnic Institute and KSE, where I run a Java course and help students build real-world, production-ready commerce architectures using Java and Spring Boot.

Thanks for your time — hope to see you soon at the summit. Cheers!

Hi there! 👋 I'm Kateryna Hrytsaienko — a Software Engineering Consultant at Valtech, Co-founder and Lead of GDG Kyiv, Women Techmakers Ambassador, and Lector at Kyiv Polytechnic Institute and Kyiv School of Economics. And I'm also quite passionat... Show more

Hey there, I'm Achraf Ben Alaya! I wear many hats in the tech world. I'm a MVP , Microsoft Certified Trainer, Azure architect, and a DevSecOps engineer. I've got a solid background as a full-stack developer in .NET and Xamarin. But what really gets me going is sharing my passion for Azure, cloud, and DevOps. If you're into the latest in tech, you're in the right place!

I'm an ambitious person who decided to be a lifelong learner with the belief in sharing
his knowledge with all the world.

Website : achrafbenalaya.com
Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/c/AchrafBenAlaya/

Hey there, I'm Achraf Ben Alaya! I wear many hats in the tech world. I'm a MVP , Microsoft Certified Trainer, Azure architect, and a DevSecOps engineer. I've got a solid background as a full-stack developer in .NET and Xamarin. But what really gets m... Show more

Dan Rey has been a technical and end user trainer for 25 years. His ability to connect with business, leaders, support and technical contacts is one of the reasons he is a great contact for everyone. He is an involved community speaker and contributor and can be found on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, GitHub, TechCommunity and many other places online or in person! On February 1st, 2022 Dan was awarded the Microsoft MVP in Office Apps and Services. He is the (Mis)Chief Maker for the Microsoft Speakers Hub (Online Community) and a Analyst at McDonald’s Corporate IT.

Dan Rey has been a technical and end user trainer for 25 years. His ability to connect with business, leaders, support and technical contacts is one of the reasons he is a great contact for everyone. He is an involved community speaker and contributo... Show more

Miguel Llorca is a seasoned technologist and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in the IT industry.

Since 2014, he has been honored with the Microsoft MVP award, for his contributions to technical communities. He is also a member of the Microsoft Regional Director program, recognized for his extensive technical and business acumen and leadership within the community.

Additionally, Miguel is a Microsoft Certified Trainer, an instructor and author for LinkedIn Learning, and a regular speaker at industry events and conferences, earning the distinction of LinkedIn Top Voice in 2024 and 2025.

Miguel Llorca is a seasoned technologist and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in the IT industry. Since 2014, he has been honored with the Microsoft MVP award, for his contributions to technical communities. He is also a member of th... Show more

Microsoft MVP in AI | Microsoft Regional Director | Board Member at Pioneer Center for AI, Danish Data Science Community & BLG

Emilie Lundblad stands at the forefront of Data & AI, holding prestigious roles such as Microsoft 3xMVP in AI and 2x Microsoft Regional Director. Her profound expertise spans across leveraging AI securely in multi-agent systems. As an esteemed board member at the Pioneer Center for Artificial Intelligence and the Danish Data Science Community, she actively contributes to shaping the future of AI and data sciences.

Educationally, Emilie is well-rounded with a Master's in Quantitative Finance from the University of Southern Denmark and a minor in Machine Learning & AI from MIT. She is completing her Executive Master’s in IT Management at the IT University of Copenhagen, further enriching her vast knowledge by guest lecturing.

With over 15 years of professional experience, Emilie’s career highlights include roles as Head of AI CoE at Ambu, Director of AI & Automation at Hempel, MD at Amesto, Head of Data at GroupM, and EMEA Innovation Lead at WPP. A recognized thought leader, she has delivered impactful keynotes at venues like Experts live NL, IDA, Danish IT, the Danish Government IT Conference, and Microsoft events.

Emilie's collaborative projects with institutions like MIT and the Technical University of Denmark focus on applying machine learning to challenges such as dynamic pricing and sustainable solutions, underpinning her commitment to enhancing business efficacy and sustainability.

Her accolades include nominations for DAIR awards Responsible AI 2024, Hyperight’s Top 100 Nordic Data & AI Influencers 2023, Berlingske Talent 100, and the Nordic Women in Tech Award for Diversity Leader of the Year, showcasing her as a beacon of innovation and leadership in the Data & AI sector.

Microsoft MVP in AI | Microsoft Regional Director | Board Member at Pioneer Center for AI, Danish Data Science Community & BLG Emilie Lundblad stands at the forefront of Data & AI, holding prestigious roles such as Microsoft 3xMVP in AI and 2x Mic... Show more

Janarthanan Selvaraj is a Technology Manager and AI Expert at Atos. He is an alumnus of the University of Cambridge's FUEL Leadership flagship program and a graduate of Anna University. He has been honored with the prestigious Microsoft MVP Award in the AI category, specifically for his expertise in Azure OpenAI Service and Azure AI Services. Janarthanan is also Microsoft Certified Community Lead , a 6-time Microsoft Certified Trainer, a Microsoft Learn Expert in Data and AI, and a C# Corner MVP. His certifications include Microsoft Azure Certified Data Scientist, AI Engineer, Data Engineer, Azure Cosmos DB Developer Specialty, Developer Associate, and Power BI Data Analyst Associate, with a total of 17 cloud certifications spanning Microsoft Azure, AWS, GCP, Oracle, and Aviatrix.

As a resource person, Janarthanan has conducted numerous meetups, workshops, faculty development programs (FDPs), short-term training programs (STTPs), webinars, and knowledge-sharing sessions across organizations and educational institutions. He is an active speaker, mentor, blogger, researcher, and open-source contributor in the fields of AI and cloud computing. His work has been featured in various developer tech communities, conferences, and industry conclaves. Additionally, he serves as a mentor and jury member for events such as the Microsoft Imagine Cup 2025 Hackathon, Smart India Hackathon 2023, the Smart India Hackathon 2024, the Bank of Baroda Hackathon, and the Innothon 24 National Level 30-Hour Hackfest.

Janarthanan Selvaraj is a Technology Manager and AI Expert at Atos. He is an alumnus of the University of Cambridge's FUEL Leadership flagship program and a graduate of Anna University. He has been honored with the prestigious Microsoft MVP Award in ... Show more

Tomas is Microsoft MVP for Business Applications. He has been working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central since his university days. He began his journey as a NAV developer and quickly transitioned to a lead role. For the past few years, he has been guiding new developers in understanding both C/AL and AL languages and core Business Central processes. Tomas is passionate about working with data using modern D365 products and is a huge fan of BC open-source programs. Apart from the open-source programs, he focuses on technical topics, especially Dynamics 365 Sales integration, telemetry, and best practices. 🤖📈

Currently, Tomas resides in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, and is enjoying the never-ending summer. 🌞

Tomas is Microsoft MVP for Business Applications. He has been working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central since his university days. He began his journey as a NAV developer and quickly transitioned to a lead role. For the past few years,... Show more

Usman is a Staff Developer Advocate at Grafana Labs from Nuremberg, Germany. He works with the Open Source community on the community forum, GitHub and Slack.

He has over 15 years of experience in IT and in Cloud Stack where he served multiple customers all over Europe, US, Japan, etc.

He is an active international public speaker participating in multiple conferences and events.

In his free time, Usman likes to spend time with his family, go out on occasional traveling and play games or read comics.

Usman is a Staff Developer Advocate at Grafana Labs from Nuremberg, Germany. He works with the Open Source community on the community forum, GitHub and Slack. He has over 15 years of experience in IT and in Cloud Stack where he served multiple cus... Show more

Ram is a Senior Software Engineer at JFrog R&D . Previously worked for startup companies like CallidusCloud (SAP Company), Konylabs. Loves Automation, Linux, openSource

Ram is a Senior Software Engineer at JFrog R&D . Previously worked for startup companies like CallidusCloud (SAP Company), Konylabs. Loves Automation, Linux, openSource Show more

Arthur (or Art, take your pick) has been a software engineer for 22 years and has worked on things as exciting as analysis software for casinos and things as boring as banking websites. He is an advocate for talking openly about mental health and psychology in the technical world, and he spends a lot of time thinking about how we program and why we program, and about the tools, structures, cultures, and mental processes that help and hinder us from our ultimate goal of writing amazing things. His hair is brown and his thorax is a shiny blue color.

Arthur (or Art, take your pick) has been a software engineer for 22 years and has worked on things as exciting as analysis software for casinos and things as boring as banking websites. He is an advocate for talking openly about mental health and psy... Show more

Chris DeMars is a Senior Developer Advocate with over 20 years of technical experience. He speaks all over the world on web accessibility, feature flags, A/B testing, and CSS. For his community contributions, he holds awards as a Progress Champion and former Microsoft MVP, Google Developer Expert, Cloudinary Media Developer Expert, and Auth0 Ambassador. When he is not working on making the web great and accessible you can find him fishing, on the paintball field, rating Detroit Style pizza, and looking for UFO's.

Chris DeMars is a Senior Developer Advocate with over 20 years of technical experience. He speaks all over the world on web accessibility, feature flags, A/B testing, and CSS. For his community contributions, he holds awards as a Progress Champion an... Show more

Christian Weyer is Co-Founder and CTO of Thinktecture AG and a catalyst for new technologies with a strong focus on the practical implementation of Generative AI in modern software solutions. With 30 years of experience in software engineering, he advises ISVs and enterprises across industries on how to efficiently integrate LLMs and advanced AI technologies into real-world applications.
As a cross-vertical AI technology advisor, Christian bridges strategy and execution — helping organizations move Generative AI from theory into productive practice. He is a passionate international speaker, sharing hands-on insights at conferences and events worldwide.
Christian is a Microsoft MVP for AI and a Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Web AI, maintaining close relationships with the product teams in Redmond and Mountain View.

Christian Weyer is Co-Founder and CTO of Thinktecture AG and a catalyst for new technologies with a strong focus on the practical implementation of Generative AI in modern software solutions. With 30 years of experience in software engineering, he ad... Show more

Alexandre is a recognized expert in the Microsoft ecosystem, specializing in Microsoft 365, Copilot, and digital governance. As a Microsoft MVP, he regularly speaks at conferences and community events, sharing real-world experience, best practices, and actionable insights on Microsoft technology adoption.
With over 15 years of experience in solution architecture, project management, presales, and client advisory, Alexandre is passionate about knowledge sharing and collaborative innovation. He is deeply involved in the Microsoft community, helping organizations maximize the value of Microsoft tools while promoting security, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Alexandre is part of the French company Bleu, which owns and operates Microsoft’s first National Partner Cloud. He holds the position of Microsoft 365 Technology Lead there, and helps organizations harness the full potential of Microsoft 365 in a secure, compliant, and sovereign cloud environment.

Alexandre is a recognized expert in the Microsoft ecosystem, specializing in Microsoft 365, Copilot, and digital governance. As a Microsoft MVP, he regularly speaks at conferences and community events, sharing real-world experience, best practices, a... Show more

I'm a results-driven data professional with nearly two decades of experience dedicated to transforming data into strategic assets. My journey began in the intricate world of data and systems integration, mastering ETL/ELT processes to build robust foundations. For the past 15 years, my expertise has deepened within the Microsoft data stack, spanning traditional BI tools (SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS), the extensive Azure Data Platform services, and Power BI. Crucially, the last two years have seen me at the forefront of Microsoft Fabric, pioneering its capabilities.

Beyond core data integration, I bring 8 years of hands-on experience in creating and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines within Azure DevOps, ensuring streamlined, automated, and reliable deployments for a diverse range of data projects. This commitment to operational excellence extends to my 3 years of experience in managing and nurturing a team of Data Engineers, fostering growth and driving collaborative success.

My dedication to the data community is a cornerstone of my professional identity. As a leader with the DFW Power BI User Group, I actively contribute to growing local talent and knowledge sharing. This year, I've had the incredible opportunity to share my deep knowledge of Microsoft Fabric as a speaker at various SQL Saturday events, user groups, and notably, at both the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference in Las Vegas and in Europe.

I'm a results-driven data professional with nearly two decades of experience dedicated to transforming data into strategic assets. My journey began in the intricate world of data and systems integration, mastering ETL/ELT processes to build robust fo... Show more

Andrew Madson leads Developer Relations at Fivetran, where he builds global programs that help developers and data teams adopt modern data and AI tooling. He has built DevRel, education, and evangelism functions at Fivetran, Tobiko Data, and Dremio, delivering technical content, large-scale community programs, and keynotes across major industry conferences.

Andrew is a published author of the O’Reilly “Definitive Guide to Apache Polaris” and a graduate professor of data science and engineering. Andrew previously led AI and data teams at Arizona State University, J.P. Morgan Chase, and MassMutual among others.

Andrew Madson leads Developer Relations at Fivetran, where he builds global programs that help developers and data teams adopt modern data and AI tooling. He has built DevRel, education, and evangelism functions at Fivetran, Tobiko Data, and Dremio, ... Show more

Rajani is a skilled DevOps and SRE Engineer with over 4 years of experience, passionate about cloud technologies and modern DevOps practices. As a recognized Docker Captain and Women Techmakers (WTM) Ambassador, she actively contributes to the tech community through content creation, mentorship, and public speaking.
A prominent speaker at major cloud and DevOps conferences, Rajani engages global audiences on emerging technologies and real-world engineering practices. She shares her expertise on platforms like Medium and LinkedIn, aiming to educate and empower others in the DevOps space. Rajani finds fulfillment in mentoring aspiring engineers, inspiring professionals and students alike through her talks, articles, and community initiatives.

Rajani is a skilled DevOps and SRE Engineer with over 4 years of experience, passionate about cloud technologies and modern DevOps practices. As a recognized Docker Captain and Women Techmakers (WTM) Ambassador, she actively contributes to the tech c... Show more

A student in Computer Engineering (International Program) at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), who really got inspired about technologies, especially on Data Science and Machine Learning. Additionally, being a part of Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors, as the young technology evangelist among big technological industries and universities partners.

A student in Computer Engineering (International Program) at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), who really got inspired about technologies, especially on Data Science and Machine Learning. Additionally, being a part of Microsof... Show more

Jemima Abu is a self-taught front-end developer, Google Developer Expert, Microsoft MVP, and Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies. She is passionate about diversity in technology and accessibility in web development.

Jemima Abu is a self-taught front-end developer, Google Developer Expert, Microsoft MVP, and Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies. She is passionate about diversity in technology and accessibility in web development. Show more

Around SharePoint rotates a bigger part of my working life (and not only working).
I professionally deal with consulting and training related to the world of technologies since 1991, and my experience with SharePoint is started from "Tahoe", the beta version of SharePoint 2001.
I follow both some architectural aspects within the Modern Workplace projects (SharePoint and Microsoft 365) and the coordination of a fantastic team of specialists within Green Team (www.greenteam.it)
I am a regular speaker during events and technical conferences dedicated to Microsoft technologies and to the world of Intranet and Portals solutions since 1998, and I also am one of the founders and organizers of Italian Microsoft SharePoint Conference since its birth in 2007.
I am author of about twenty books and I am Community Leader of Italian community dedicated to Microsoft 365.
I am awarded Microsoft MVP since 2008, previously for SharePoint Server category and now for Office Servers and Services.
I am certified as MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer) since 1998.
Since 2022 I have assumed the role of Modern Work Strategist and CEO of Green Team and Head of Business Innovation at FAR Networks group.

Around SharePoint rotates a bigger part of my working life (and not only working). I professionally deal with consulting and training related to the world of technologies since 1991, and my experience with SharePoint is started from "Tahoe", the bet... Show more

I am a Security DevOps Engineer within SoftwareOne’s Global Center of Excellence (CoE) Microsoft Team, driving innovation in MXDR for Microsoft Sentinel and accelerating Managed SOC capabilities across EMEA. My focus areas include security automation, incident response, threat hunting, SOC-as-Code engineering, and Unified SecOps development at scale. With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, I specialize in designing and implementing Azure-based security infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and multi-tenant deployment architectures using GitHub Actions, ARM templates, Bicep, and PowerShell. I actively contribute to product and service design, ensuring strategic alignment and operational excellence in Managed SOC environments. Recognized as a Microsoft Security MVP (SIEM & XDR, Cloud Security) and Microsoft Certified Trainer, I share knowledge through blogs, meetups, and conferences, with a passion for leveraging Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and AI-driven security automation to strengthen organizational resilience in today’s evolving threat landscape.

I am a Security DevOps Engineer within SoftwareOne’s Global Center of Excellence (CoE) Microsoft Team, driving innovation in MXDR for Microsoft Sentinel and accelerating Managed SOC capabilities across EMEA. My focus areas include security automation... Show more

My name is Marjolein Opsteegh, I'm a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and a big Power BI enthusiast, living in the Netherlands, who loves to share knowledge, especially about the intersection of Power BI, UI, and UX. As a consultant, I design and build dashboards that are both visually appealing and user-friendly, keeping end-users in mind throughout the process.

In addition to creating dashboards, I enjoy writing about frontend principles and sharing practical tips to help others get the most out of Power BI. I frequently speak at events and host Q & A sessions, inspiring others to improve their skills and embrace the power of data visualization, both off- and online.

My name is Marjolein Opsteegh, I'm a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and a big Power BI enthusiast, living in the Netherlands, who loves to share knowledge, especially about the intersection of Power BI, UI, and UX. As a consultant, I design and build da... Show more